Time: 2024-06-18
Daniel Radcliffe celebrated Father's Day by winning his first Tony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Musical. The 34-year-old actor expressed his excitement at spending time with his 14-month-old son and girlfriend, Erin Darke. He appreciated Darke's support during his Broadway performances and looked forward to closing the chapter on his current show, Merrily We Roll Along. Radcliffe mentioned feeling emotional about the show's closure but expressed eagerness to focus on being a father and partner to Darke.
Radcliffe's co-star, Jonathan Groff, also won a Tony Award for Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical. Lindsay Mendez, another cast member, was nominated for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. Merrily We Roll Along itself received the award for Best Revival of a Musical. Radcliffe praised his fellow actors, acknowledging their impact on his performance and the special bond they shared during the show.
In a star-studded event, Angelina Jolie also secured her first Tony Award for producing the musical, The Outsiders. The play received critical acclaim and several awards following 12 nominations. Jolie's daughter, Vivienne, accompanied her on stage, adding to the emotional moment. The Outsiders triumphed over other musicals, including Hell's Kitchen, showcasing the exceptional talent and storytelling of the production.
The 2024 Tony Awards featured various notable winners and performances, including Alicia Keys and Jay-Z's rendition of "Empire State of Mind." Key awards went to plays like Stereophonic, which won five awards, and An Enemy of the People, which earned Hollywood star Jeremy Strong his first Tony. The event celebrated the best of Broadway theatre and showcased the talent and dedication of actors and producers in the industry.
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